When it comes to first class flying in the 21st century, we're seeing everything from private suites to luxury restrooms entering the market to satisfy the growing demand for luxury travel on an international scale. Although air travel has come under scrutiny in the past few years for being a horrible experience for those in economy, airlines have gone above and beyond to change this perception. However, as economy improves, first class flying has reached new heights (figuratively and literally) when it comes to offering lavish experiences.
From full size beds to offering onesies for overnight hauls, airlines are standing apart by offering services never before imagined. Looking to smoke some hashish or visit the spa? There's a first class for that as well as a plethora of other lavish options.
24 First Class Flying Innovations
From Luxury Airplane Suites to Luxe Airline Accomodations:
Michael Hemsworth — Oct 12, 2014 — Luxury
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Luxe Airline Accommodations
A Singapore Airlines Suites Class Flight Will Cost You $18,400
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Luxurious Hotel Aricrafts
The Four Seasons Private Jet is Taking Hospitality to New Heights
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Comfortable Luxury Airline Services
JetBlue Mint Provides Premium Perks for a Lower Cost
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Luxury Airplane Suites
Qatar Airways First Class Offers Caviar and a Spa-Like Washroom
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Airline Shisha Services
Emirates Airlines Now Offers Passengers Everything from Spas to Shisha
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Business Class Bedrooms
The Asiana Airlines OZ Quadra Smartium is an Airborne Room
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Spacious First Class Seats
Air France's Haute Couture First Class Seats Give a Full Reclining Bed
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Three Bedroom Airline Cabins
The Residence by Etihad Airways Gives You Tons of Leg Room in the Sky
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Unconventional Luxury Hotels
The G-Rough Hotel in Rome References Italy's Rich Artistic History
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Homey Airline Accomodations
Priestmangoode TAM First Class Cabins Make Flyers Feel at Home
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Sky-High Onesies
The Virgin Atlantic Onesie will Help You Sleep like a Baby on Board
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Luxe Flight Services
The Etihad Residences Class Mimics Expensive Hotel Accomodations
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Business Class Beds
Airfrance's New Business Class Seat Provides Comfort and Privacy
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App-Powered Airline Services
These Customizable Seats Let Business Class Flyers Get the Best
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Personalized Jet Services
Air France La Premiere Private Jets Fly Based on a Passenger's Schedule
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Luxurious Travel Accommodations
BMW First Class Creates a Phenomenally Ostentatious Way to Fly
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V-Shaped Airplane Seats
The Lufthansa Business Class Seats are Just like In-Flight Recliners
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Sleek Business Class Seats
BMW DesignWorksUSA Creates a Luxury First Class Lounger
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Sky-High Derriere Delights
The Japan Airlines Bidet Toilets Keep Passengers' Behinds Squeaky
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Customized Flight Websites
Flighthappy Looks Past the Best Prices and Aims to Please in Other Ways
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Mile-High Cocktail Lounges
Korean Air Celestial Bars Put Passengers on Cloud Nine
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All-Business Class Flights
British Airways Business-Only Service Jumps Tough Market
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Booze Filled Flights
Passengers Get Complimentary Wine on British Airlines
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